Desert Frontier: Ecological and Economic Change along the Western Sahel 1600-1850
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Desert Frontier: Ecological and Economic Change along the Western Sahel 1600-1850

SKU: 9780299143343

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Discover the transformative power of aridification in the Western Sahel from 1600-1850. This essential study meticulously details the ecological and economic shifts driven by advancing desertification, which profoundly altered ethnic identities and regional life. Through rigorous archival research and invaluable Saharan oral data, the book establishes that precolonial African history was shaped by pervasive environmental crises, challenging conventional narratives centered on European systems. It’s a must-read for students of African history, world civilizations, and environmental studies, offering critical insights into human adaptation and societal change.

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